Average Lactation Consultant Nurse Salary

$67.13/hour

The average salary for a Lactation Consultant Nurse is $67.13 per hour. This is 33% higher than the nursing US average of $44.65.

Last updated on December 2, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Lactation Consultant Nurse compared to Registered Nurse National Averages

$67.13/hour

33% higher than the nursing US average.

$44.65/hour

United States

Where do Lactation Consultant Nurses get paid the most?
StateAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Virginia$43$57
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Lactation Consultant Nurse jobs?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Kaiser Permanente$80$111
Inova Health System$45$45
Baylor Scott & White Health$45$45
St. Luke's Health System$45$45
Mass General Brigham$35$35
Children's Health (Dallas)$23$23

Last updated on December 2, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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Lactation Consultant Nurse FAQs

What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Lactation Consultant RN?

Earning your Advanced Nurse Lactation Consultant (ANLC) or International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) often increases your salary potential as a lactation consultant or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.

Can having a Advanced Nurse Lactation Consultant (ANLC) boost my salary as a Lactation Consultant RN?

Yes, having a Advanced Nurse Lactation Consultant (ANLC) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a lactation consultant nurse.

Can having a International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) boost my salary as a Lactation Consultant RN?

Yes, having a International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a lactation consultant nurse.

Where can I learn more about working as a Lactation Consultant Nurse?

Take a look at Vivian's Lactation Consultant Nurse Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.